PHYS 542

Fall 2025

Part of Term 1
Aug 25-Dec 10
Theoretical Stellar Physics
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Credit: 4 hours.

Same as ASTR 504. See ASTR 504.

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CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
51354
Lecture
1
2:00PM -3:20PM
TR
134 Astronomy Building
Ricker, P
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
08/25/25-12/10/25
Credit:
4 hours
Section Info:
Application of physical principles to energy generation and flow in astrophysical environments: equations of state; thermonuclear reactions; radiative transport; convection; stellar spectra; nebular spectra; evolution of both single and binary stars; compact stars; accretion disks; thermal and particle history of the universe. Same as ASTR 504. Prerequisite: PHYS 436, PHYS 427, and PHYS 486; or consent of instructor.
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